Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site north-east of St Remigius' Church

Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church

England
List entry 1012560
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church is a medieval earthwork monument located in Leicestershire. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat surrounding a central platform, a defensive feature typical of the high and late medieval period. Such moated enclosures served as the residences of gentry and minor nobility, providing both domestic accommodation and a degree of fortification. The monument survives as an important example of medieval settlement archaeology, preserving evidence of the social hierarchy and settlement patterns of medieval Leicestershire.

Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012560. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church?

The moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church is a medieval earthwork monument located in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012560.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church?

Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1012560.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site north-east of St Remigius' Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross on Upper Broughton village green (4.3 km), Moated site at Ab Kettleby (4.3 km), Churchyard cross in St Egelwin's churchyard (5.1 km).

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